Visiting the Plitvice Lakes National Park in April

In April the temperature is usually above 10 degrees Celsius, and the scenery is somewhere halfway between green and "brown". The real pro is, that the place isn't crowded, like it is in the summer months. I would rather visit the lakes in April or May than in the summer. You can get weather data from here.

1. What is the best time to visit Plitvice Lakes National Park Croatia?
2. How many days do you need in Plitvice Lakes National Park?
3. Is Plitvice lakes worth visiting?
4. Which entrance to Plitvice Lakes is better?
5. Which is better Krka or Plitvice?
6. How long does it take to walk around Plitvice Lakes?
7. How much does it cost to visit Plitvice Lakes?
8. What airport is closest to Plitvice Lakes?
9. Can you swim at Plitvice Lakes National Park?
10. Why is Plitvice lakes that color?
11. How many waterfalls are in Plitvice Lakes?

What is the best time to visit Plitvice Lakes National Park Croatia?

The best times of day for visiting Plitvice Lakes are in the morning (from 7am-10am) and after 4pm (closing time varies by time of year, but it is open during daylight hours). As previously mentioned, almost all of the tour buses are at the park from roughly 11am-3pm.

How many days do you need in Plitvice Lakes National Park?

Plitvice Lakes are reachable on a day trip from Zagreb, Zadar and Split. However, we recommend spending at least one night in the area to allow you to experience everything the park has to offer. With this in mind, plan at least 2 days for visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Is Plitvice lakes worth visiting?

First things first, Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia really is as beautiful as the photos make it seem and it is definitely worth visiting. Much like the rest of the country, the scenery and landscape is stunning.

Which entrance to Plitvice Lakes is better?

I recommend starting from Entrance 1, especially if you get here first thing in the morning. By starting from Entrance 1, you are walking slightly uphill most of the way but you are walking towards the waterfalls on the lower lakes. That means that you always get to see them in front of you.

Which is better Krka or Plitvice?

Timing. If you only have time for a quick day trip, Krka is usually the winner here. Not only is it closer to most major cities, but the national park itself is smaller than Plitvice.

How long does it take to walk around Plitvice Lakes?

Walking / Hiking around Plitvice Lakes is easy and well organised. There are about eight different routes that involve walking/hiking that lasts from two and a half to about eight hours. The routes are named as trails A, B, C, E, F, H K (see details below) with the length of between 3 km to 18 km.

How much does it cost to visit Plitvice Lakes?

Adult Tickets – Entry fees 2021:

Jan, Feb, March & Nov, December: 80 HRK (10.8 Euro or 11.85 US$) May & October: 180 HRK (24.15 Euro or 26.5 US$) June, July, August, September: 300 HRK (40 Euro or 44.5 US$)

What airport is closest to Plitvice Lakes?

Zadar Airport is the technically the closest airport to Plitvice, at about 130km away.

Can you swim at Plitvice Lakes National Park?

Swimming is forbidden in Plitvice Lakes National Park. ... The Korana river flows into Plitvice Lakes National Park and is just as inviting on a hot day as Plitvice's sparkling lakes.

Why is Plitvice lakes that color?

The colour itself is produced by the water of Plitvice pouring down from the mountains over limestone rocks, moss and algae. ... These rocks then coat the floor of the lake in a white chalky powder, which aids to reflect the sky onto the water.

How many waterfalls are in Plitvice Lakes?

The Plitvice Lakes National Park is best known for its 16 cascading lakes and more than 90 waterfalls.